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as in inventive
having the skill and imagination to create new things
an imaginative child who is always writing short stories about her pet cat
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as in innovative
showing a noteworthy use of the imagination and creativity especially in inventing
found an imaginative gadget that can grind the beans and heat the water to brew coffee
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Recent Examples of imaginative
Tomás’s transformation is the fulcrum point of Land, a touching, imaginative novel that is deeply rooted in the history of Ireland and its soil.
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Nora Biette-Timmons, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Watermelon Pool was first published in Korea in 2015, and this new English translation brings its wonderfully surreal story and artwork to a new audience of imaginative young fans.
—Literary Hub, 1 June 2026
Think Outside the Box Finally, don't be scared of trying something a little more imaginative.
—Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 30 May 2026
Super Cars Are Now An Immersive Experience Unlike Mattel’s die cast cars lines, which represent both production and super cars as well as imaginative modifications and are intended for light play and display, Brick Shop is designed to allow the average car fan to become a builder and designer.
—Scotty Reiss, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
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Nora Biette-Timmons, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Watermelon Pool was first published in Korea in 2015, and this new English translation brings its wonderfully surreal story and artwork to a new audience of imaginative young fans.
—Literary Hub, 1 June 2026
Think Outside the Box Finally, don't be scared of trying something a little more imaginative.
—Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 30 May 2026
Super Cars Are Now An Immersive Experience Unlike Mattel’s die cast cars lines, which represent both production and super cars as well as imaginative modifications and are intended for light play and display, Brick Shop is designed to allow the average car fan to become a builder and designer.
—Scotty Reiss, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for imaginative
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Yes, the shampoo brand, which makes for one of the most inventive uses of product placement in a movie ever.—
Sergio Pereira,
Space.com,
8 June 2026
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Kids will get the messages that Plensa espouses as quickly as adults, but this work is an easy, comprehensible introduction to how artists work, using surprising materials in inventive ways to make viewers consider the world differently.—
Ray Mark Rinaldi,
Denver Post,
7 June 2026
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James Blood Ulmer, the innovative guitarist who fused avant-garde jazz with funk and the blues, died on June 3, according to a statement his family published via DownBeat.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
9 June 2026
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Korean cushions are known for their innovative skin care-meets-makeup formulas.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
9 June 2026
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With a particular emphasis on Europe and China, this quickly evolved into the idea of a creative residency to support Chinese design talent through the Kering ecosystem.—
Laure Guilbault,
Vogue,
4 June 2026
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Go at sunset for creative cocktails (the current menu is inspired by the golden age of cinema) and panoramic views.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Robb Report,
4 June 2026
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The sale features impressive savings on patio furniture, area rugs, Adirondack chairs, and clever storage solutions that make handling household clutter easy.—
Tanya Sharma,
PEOPLE,
6 June 2026
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June 2026 As Motto by Hilton’s second property in Mexico, Motto by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico will bring the brand’s clever, connected offerings to Guadalajara’s historic district.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Edward Bluemel is an extremely talented performer and will make a great addition to the long line of actors that have played this celebrated character, aided and abetted by Benji Walters’ thoughtful scripts.—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
8 June 2026
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Barnett put on a show in the playoff loss to Oregon, throwing for 273 yards, rushing for 45 yards and accounting for three touchdowns against the Ducks’ talented defense.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 June 2026
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“Imaginative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imaginative. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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